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longitudinal

UK
/ˌlɒn.dʒɪˈtjuː.dɪ.nəl/
US
/ˌlɑːn.dʒɪˈtuː.dɪ.nəl/

Translations

longitudinalnoun
longitudinals
pl
UK
/ˌlɒn.dʒɪˈtjuː.dɪ.nəl/
US
/ˌlɑːn.dʒɪˈtuː.dɪ.nəl/
Engineering/nautical term: a structural member running lengthwise.
longeronTechnique : pièce structurelle longitudinale d’un véhicule, d’un navire ou d’une construction.
The longitudinals of the ship's hull were inspected for corrosion.
Les longerons de la coque du navire ont été inspectés pour détecter la corrosion.
longitudinaladjective
more longitudinal
Comp.
most longitudinal
Super.
longitudinalSciences : qui suit les mêmes sujets dans le temps.
The longitudinal study tracked the health of participants over a decade.
L’étude longitudinale a suivi la santé des participants pendant une décennie.
longitudinalDans le sens de la longueur ; usage technique et scientifique.
The longitudinal axis of the airplane is crucial for its stability.
L’axe longitudinal de l’avion est crucial pour sa stabilité.
Synonyms
lengthwise
prolonged
linear
vertical
along

Definitions

longitudinalnoun
A structural element, such as a beam or rib, that runs lengthwise in a vehicle, vessel, or other construction.
The longitudinals of the ship's hull were inspected for corrosion.
longitudinaladjective
Relating to lengthwise direction or dimension.
The longitudinal axis of the airplane is crucial for its stability.
Involving the repeated observation or examination of a set of subjects over time with respect to one or more study variables.
The longitudinal study tracked the health of participants over a decade.
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